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Planet Waves DIY Home Theater Cable Making Kits

by Gene DellaSala last modified June 02, 2008 09:25

Summary

  • Product Name: Planet Waves DIY Home Theater Cable Making Kits
  • Manufacturer: Planet Waves
  • Performance Rating: StarStarStarStar
  • Value Rating: StarStarStar
  • Review Date: April 24, 2008
  • MSRP: $249-$400 per kit
Specifications

  • Simple 3-Step Assembly Process – Cut, Twist & Screw
  •  Features Planet Waves’ In = Out™ technology for pure signal transparency
  • Do-It-Yourself system yields pre-fabricated look, feel & performance
  • Custom length cables provide a neat & clean look - No more coiling excess cable
  • Completely repeatable assembly – Reuse connectors for new applications or devices
  • Take the guess work out of connecting complex A/V systems – 1 Cable for all applications
  • High quality product meets even the most demanding HD performance standards
  • So versatile you can make any cable necessary for Audio/Video applications
  • Complimentary products available should your home theater require more device hook-ups

Cable Specs

All cable meets below specs:

  • Made in USA
  • Meets 75 ohm HD standard
  • Sweep tested 3GHZ over 100ft with nominal db

PWCK01 Component/AV Solution Kit ($249.99) Includes:

25’ Triple Cable
20  RCA Male Connectors
4    F Connectors
4    Elastic Cable Ties
1    Cable Cutter/Tester
1    Screwdriver

PWCK02 Multi-Function Cable Kit ($249.99) Includes:

25’ Single Cable
25’ Dual Cable
20  RCA Male Connectors
6    F Connectors
8    Elastic Cable Ties
1    Cable Cutter/Tester
1    Screwdriver

PWCK03 Home Theater Installation Kit ($399.99) Includes:

25’ Single Cable
25’ Dual Cable
25’ Triple Cable
38  RCA Male Connectors
4    F Connectors
20  Elastic Cable Ties
1    Cable Cutter/Tester
1    Screwdriver


Pros

  • Easy to use self terminating cable solution
  • Infinite choice of connector types
  • CL2 rated cable that is easy to run behind drywall

Cons

  • 18AWG limits reach for high resolution video
  • Soft cable jacket prone to ripping if not carefully pulled through in wall installations
  • Pricey package options

Introduction

The Planet Waves DIY Home Theater Kit proved to be a versatile product for the end user and custom installer alike. It's probably the easiest self terminating system I have come across and is something every home theater aficionado and cable installer should have in their bag of tricks.
  1. Planet Waves DIY Cable Kit Packaging and Installation
  2. Planet Waves DIY Cable Kit Test Results
  3. Planet Waves DIY Cable Kit Conclusion